Tim Shiflett
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Tim Shiflett
@demts.bsky.social
Kudzu Vine Podcast co-host (2007-present)
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New Deal Liberal; Democratic Party of Georgia
February 10, 2026 at 9:13 PM
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Sports historian Clayton Trutor joined us to discuss if NHL hockey in Atlanta for a third time would be a charm.
Additionally, Tim and David discussed Rick Jackson's entry into the Georgia Governor's race.
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Clayton Turtor and Multiple 2026 Georgia Political Races - Kudzu Vine
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February 8, 2026 at 9:06 PM
Why, of course it was someone else’s fault. In Trump World, nothing is ever his fault, Right?🙄

Trump's racist post about Obamas is deleted after backlash despite White House earlier defending it

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Trump's racist post about Obamas is deleted after backlash despite White House earlier defending it
A racist post on President Donald Trump's social media account and depicting former President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle Obama, as primates in a jungle has been taken down.
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February 6, 2026 at 6:05 PM
Any President who even suggests something this monstrous should be impeached, immediately. Instead, the GOP-controlled Congress will stand by and watch him attempt to hijack the Midterms.

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Trump urges Republicans to 'take over' and 'nationalize' voting
President Trump called on Republicans to "nationalize" voting with the 2026 midterm elections on the horizon.
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February 3, 2026 at 5:29 AM
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Our thanks to @shawnforcongress.bsky.social
for joining us to discuss his campaign for Congress & Maria Banjo for joining us for the first segment to discuss the FBI raid of the Fulton County Elections Office. Listen to the full show at: open.spreaker.com/A4NZ/koknpwo0
Shawn Harris joined us to discuss his Congressional campaign
In addition to our interview with retired General Shawn Harris discussing his Congressional special election on March 10th in Northwest Georgia Maria Banjo join
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February 2, 2026 at 1:16 AM
This is really getting out of hand. It’s as if the entire state of Minnesota is under assault…
January 28, 2026 at 2:53 AM
Naturally, it was a judge appointed by a Republican who did this…

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Virginia state court blocks Democrats’ redistricting push
The ruling is a major setback for Democrats’ efforts to redraw the lines in the state.
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January 27, 2026 at 10:09 PM
Trump is losing his Party, one person at a time. And, he’s not gaining any. The math is simple. Keep resisting, folks…

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GOP Candidate Quits Governor's Race in Minnesota
Chris Madel (R) made a stunning exit from the Minnesota governor's race, saying he cannot support the national GOP's "stated retribution on the citizens of our state, nor can I count myself a member o...
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January 26, 2026 at 4:48 PM
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Our thanks to Brian Reisinger
for joining on the show to discuss Acre Trader and other issues facing family farmers. Listen to Brian's interview and the rest of the show at:

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Brian Reisinger joined us to discuss Acre Trader
Author Brian Reisinger joined us to discuss Acre Trader and other issues facing family farmers in America. Also, Tim, Wendy, David discussed the second tragic k
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January 26, 2026 at 1:45 AM
I don’t know how a lot of you feel. But as for me, I don’t believe a damn thing that Kristi Noem says…
January 25, 2026 at 12:15 AM
I am at least trying to follow Trump’s meanderings in the White House Press Briefing Room. If anyone else talked this way, they’d be committed…
January 20, 2026 at 8:16 PM
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Our thanks to @lizsuhay.bsky.social of @americanuniversity.bsky.social
for joining us on the show tonight to discuss her book.

Listen to the interview and full show at: open.spreaker.com/A4NZ/s8gh1rhf
Dr. Elizabeth Suhay
Dr. Elizabeth Suhay of American University joined us to discuss her new book: Debating the American Dream: How Explanations for Inequality Polarize Politics.
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January 19, 2026 at 1:33 AM
Trump now has firm control of the Military. There is not really much of anything now in the way of a Dictatorship taking hold…

Senate Republicans defeat Venezuela war powers resolution as Trump pressures 2 GOP senators to flip

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Senate Republicans defeat Venezuela war powers resolution as Trump pressures 2 GOP senators to flip
Senate Republicans have voted to dismiss a war powers resolution that would have limited President Donald Trump’s ability to conduct further attacks on Venezuela.
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January 14, 2026 at 11:51 PM
Is anyone surprised? I certainly am not. And, I will also not be surprised when they sweep all of this under the table. Dark days are upon us…

Justice Department sees no basis for civil rights probe in Minnesota ICE shooting, official says

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Justice Department sees no basis for civil rights probe in Minnesota ICE shooting, official says
A top Justice Department official says there is not currently any basis to open a criminal civil rights investigation into the killing of a woman by a U.S.
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January 13, 2026 at 11:16 PM
Good…let’s see if Hegseth can take it as well as he tries to dish it out.

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Sen. Mark Kelly sues Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over efforts to reduce his military retirement rank
Hegseth said last week that the Pentagon was taking steps to downgrade Kelly’s military retirement rank and pay after the senator urged service members not to follow illegal orders.
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January 12, 2026 at 7:47 PM
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Our thanks to Steve Morris of The Long Run and @therecount.com
for joining us on the show tonight. Listen to Steve's interview: open.spreaker.com/A4NZ/6qrgkvgf
Steve Morris of The Long Run & The Recount
Steve joined us to discuss Governor's races around the country and more. Also, Tim, Wendy and David discussed the killing of Renee Good by ICE, and the threats
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January 12, 2026 at 1:38 AM
I firmly believe that this Administration is actively attempting to instigate a violent response from any civilian. It’s almost as if Minnesota is their trial run for something bigger…

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Live updates: Trump administration faces outrage over Minneapolis ICE shooting | CNN Politics
Follow for live news updates on President Donald Trump’s administration, as a fatal shooting by ICE in Minneapolis has led to wider protests against the president’s immigration crackdown.
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January 12, 2026 at 2:44 AM
January 8, 2026 at 2:55 PM
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NEW: MAYOR FREY: “ICE, get the fuck out of Minneapolis.”
January 7, 2026 at 6:49 PM
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First show of 2026!!!
Political predictions and more:

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Political Predictions for 2026 and More!
Tim, Wendy and David each made muliple political predictions for the year ahead. We also discussed the military actions taken against Venezuela and the ramifcat
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January 5, 2026 at 2:07 AM
I’m sure no one will explain that one…
January 3, 2026 at 4:41 PM
The Flag Ship of the Fleet!🤪
December 23, 2025 at 10:03 PM
He’s just going around, randomly naming things after himself. And, there’s not one thing that anyone can or will do to stop it.
This man is over the edge, folks…

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Trump announces new class of U.S. battleships named after himself
The move comes amid outcry from Democrats after the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts affixed Trump's name to its sign in Washington.
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December 23, 2025 at 4:09 PM
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Our thanks to Dr. Michael Bitzer for joining us on the final show of the year to discuss North Carolina politics. Listen to the show at:

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Dr. Michael Bitzer joined us to discuss North Carolina politics
In addition to Dr. Bitzer of Old North State Politics, Wendy Davis gave a report on the Winter 2025 DNC Meeting, we discussed the Trump Adminstration violation
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December 22, 2025 at 1:28 AM